A Journey Through My DNA: Surprising Revelations about the Origins of my Surname, Brautigam
Family name Brautigam
In a deeply personal journey of self-discovery, my iGENEA DNA test results offered a wealth of information, opening doors to unexpected surprises and eye-opening revelations about my surname, Brautigam. It not only traced my lineage but also gave intriguing insights into my ancestry.
Unveiling my Ancestry: Unforeseen Revelations from my iGENEA DNA Report
Throughout my journey with iGENEA DNA testing, I've encountered exhilarating twists, unexpected enlightenment and confirmed some of overlooked family traditions. Despite having lived my entire life with the surname Brautigam, seeing the genetic evidence of my origin validated who I am. I used to believe I'm a mosaic of worldwide cultures, but the report showed me something pretty unexpected.
What struck me the most was how far back the results traced my lineage. Rather than being a modern surname, Brautigam has a significant history dating back to the Middle Ages. This journey through my past, highlighting links and events throughout history, was perhaps the most rewarding part of this process.
Contrary to the common belief in my family, my DNA test revealed that my paternal line isn't purely German. My ancestors hail from regions in Scandinavia, and my paternal haplogroup is tied to the ancient Vikings. An adventurous seafaring crowd - a fact that mirrors my personal love for travel and exploration.
An equally surprising revelation was my maternal heritage steeped in Celtic roots, contrary to our firmly-held belief of British origin. This sheds a completely new light on the tales I grew up hearing about my ancestors.
A stunning revelation was the link with some prominent figures in history. Some of them are charismatic leaders, visionary artists, and revolutionary thinkers who share my haplogroups.
The DNA test imparted the knowledge that I am a testament to hundreds of generations of survival and adaptation. Regardless of this newfound complex web of international heritage, I proudly bear the surname Brautigam and uphold our values, traditions, and family culture.
M. Brautigam